Turquoise with Red Spiny Oyster Shell Necklace Santo Domingo

Introducing our Single Strand Blue Turquoise with Red Spiny Oyster Shell Necklace, a refined yet soulful piece that honors Pueblo jewelry traditions while feeling effortlessly modern. Handcrafted by a young female Santo Domingo artisan, continuing the legacy of one of our most celebrated makers, this necklace carries generations of knowledge passed down through careful hands, patience, and deep cultural pride.

The strand features luminous blue turquoise beads, a stone revered for centuries across the Southwest for its protective, grounding, and life-affirming qualities. Today, genuine turquoise of this caliber is increasingly difficult to source, making each bead especially precious. Accented throughout are vibrant slices of red spiny oyster shell, prized for its bold warmth and powerful symbolism tied to vitality, resilience, and the connection between land and sea. The contrast between the cool turquoise and rich red shell creates a striking yet harmonious balance.

Crafted in the Santo Domingo tradition, this single-strand silhouette allows each element to speak for itself, highlighting the artisan’s keen eye for proportion and balance. Supporting young artists like this one, is essential to preserving Pueblo jewelry-making traditions, ensuring these ancestral practices continue to evolve while remaining deeply rooted in heritage.

Timeless and versatile, this necklace is designed to be worn daily or layered effortlessly with other treasured pieces. It pairs beautifully with linen dresses, kaftans, crisp white shirts, or cozy knits, adding a warm pop of color and meaning to any look. Chosen with care and made exclusively for Pax Philomena, this piece is not simply jewelry, but a living continuation of culture, craftsmanship, and connection.

Length: 20"

Weight: 1.2oz / 38gr

Bead Size: 6.0mm - 7.5mm

Made in USA